San Diego Zoo Global Wildlife Conservancy

Understanding more about elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus (EEHV) in both species can help us make a difference for elephants in the wild and in human care. Details: http://sdzoo.com/EEHV

Crash course to rhino friendship! Edward and Future finally met at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's Rhino Rescue Center. Details: http://sdzoo.com/AIRhinosMeet

GOOD NEWS: 99% of species currently or previously protected by the Endangered Species Act (ESA) are still with us today. But recent changes to some of the rules for the ESA will effectively weaken or eliminate many protections for plants and animals. This will make it more difficult to protect wildlife around the world, but we’re taking a stand. And so can you. Take a moment to show your support for a strong ESA: EndExtinction.org/ESA

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The platypus is as fascinating on the inside as it is on the outside.

Congrats to Alba and Turbo on the birth of their first cub. This exciting milestone at the San Diego Zoo allows our researchers the rare opportunity to learn about mother and cub interaction, and cub development in this elusive bear species. Details: sdzoo.com/AndeanBearCub

Meet Smudge, an essential member of the Australia search and rescue team. For conservationists, finding a koala hiding in a tree is nearly impossiblebut not for Smudge! He's helping the team locate survivors after mega-fires blazed through the area. EndExtinction.org/Help

Future romped around the main outdoor habitat and we can't contain our squees.

UPDATE: Our Australian partners have been able to access some areas of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Region and are now beginning to assess the significance of the loss of wildlife and habitats. To join these heroic efforts, visit EndExtinction.org/Help

We have been working in collaboration with government officials and conservationists to learn about and conserve Australian wildlife since 1923. But in the last week, we raised more than a half-million dollars for Australian wildlife relief thanks to the guests, donors, members, staff, and volunteers at the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Your generosity is truly inspiring, and we are committed to supporting long-term recovery efforts. www.endextinction.org/help

Great news from Chihuahua, Mexico! Last month a group of endangered thick-billed parrots were outfitted with transmitters to help conservationists track their movements. The data collected will be important for understanding migratory patterns, resource selection and habitat use from one of the last remaining parrot species in North America.

The Blue Mountains World Heritage Region is home to the most genetically diverse population of koalas in the world, but the devastating Australian brushfires have severely impacted wildlife in this area. We grieve for the communities impacted most and are committed to help. San Diego Zoo Global is supporting researchers who are rescuing and relocating animals in danger and providing critical access to water for survivors in the wild, and caring for countless wildlife victims stranded in the wake of the recent fires. In response to the threat facing wildlife and habitats in Australia, we have begun a fundraising campaign to support recovery of koalas, platypuses and other species. Your lifesaving donation will be immediately put to work: EndExtinction.org/Help

It takes a village to care for larger than life patients. When Maoto broke his toe, a team of veterinarians and animal care specialists at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park worked together to put a cast on this 4,500 lb. rhino. We're happy to report he's recovering well. Read the full story at http://sdzoo.com/HealingMaoto